I was done with the cold, so I turned to Illume vanity tins to bring home some summer vibes. They are small, colorful and fragrant, and they did a good job of lifting my mood.
I am so over this cold weather. I’ve been attempting to make myself feel like I am in the tropics by burning Illume’s 11.8 oz. Vanity Tins and it’s been successful! Well…sort of.
While I can’t actually be laid up on the beach relaxing with tacos and margaritas, I can try to emulate the same feeling! These Vanity Tins are super cute, aromatic and remind me of beautiful, white sand beaches.
They add a pop of color which instantly boosts your mood while leaving your space filled with delicious fragrance. Plus, they will only set you back $18.50! If you’re not into candles, (it’s cool, we got you) Illume has diffusers too! The diffusers are $28 for 3 fl. Oz.
As far as the candles go, one of my personal favorites from this line is Pineapple Cilantro. The blend of citrus fruits and cilantro is super yummy, so don’t burn this candle while hungry. If you’re looking for something more tailored for the spring, I highly recommend Sweet Hibiscus.
It’s a light floral, but the addition of sugarcane makes it smell like candy! And the bright coral packaging, are you kidding me? It’s adorable! Let’s be honest, packaging is almost as important as the actual fragrance! Illume is killing it with these spring fragrances and I can’t wait to burn them into the summer too!
-Lyndsie | Candles Off Main
Easy summer vibes in a small tin
The 11.8 oz Illume vanity tins cost $18.50, so they are easy to try without feeling like a big purchase, and they deliver summer vibes in an afternoon. They are aromatic and cute, and the colorful packaging adds a pop of cheer to a shelf or bathroom counter.
Packaging may seem like a small thing, but when a candle sits out on display it counts almost as much as the fragrance.
Two tins with real summer vibes
My personal favorite is Pineapple Cilantro. The mix of citrus fruit and cilantro is bright and a little savory, so I will warn you not to burn this one when you are hungry.
For something more spring-like, try Sweet Hibiscus. It is a light floral, and the sugarcane makes it smell like candy. The coral packaging is a bonus. If hibiscus is new to you, the Hibiscus page on Wikipedia shows how varied the plant is.
If you love tropical scents, you may like our list of coconut scented candles, which includes another Illume tin, Coconut Milk Mango.
Candles or diffusers: choosing your summer vibes
Not everyone wants an open flame, and that is fine. Illume also makes diffusers, priced at $28 for 3 fl. oz. A diffuser is a good choice for a room where you will not always be around to watch a candle, such as an entryway.
For the tins, a few small habits go a long way. Let the surface melt fully on the first burn, trim the wick before each use and use the lid to protect the wax between burns. A tin is also a handy size for travel or a guest room.
Illume is a good fit if you like bright, easy summer vibes for a modest price. For another candle with a vacation feel, see the Rosy Rings botanical candles, which lean floral and beachy.
A few notes on choosing your summer vibes
Every scent in these tins reads differently, so choose by mood. Pineapple Cilantro is fruity and a little herbal, while Sweet Hibiscus is lighter and sweeter. Both are bright, which is the summer vibes I wanted in the first place.
The tins also work as an easy gift. A coral or brightly colored tin tucked into a card is more fun than a plain candle, and at $18.50 it will not feel like an extravagant present.
As spring turns into summer, I plan to keep the summer vibes going into the warmer months. They are a little pocket of vacation for a gray day, and you do not need a plane ticket.
Putting Illume vanity tins to work
Illume vanity tins fit in places a big jar cannot: a nightstand, a desk, a bathroom shelf. Use one as a small treat when you need a lift, and keep a second scent ready for company.
When the tin is empty, wash it out and reuse it for jewelry, pins or small supplies. That way your Illume vanity tins keep earning their spot on the shelf. And since they come in different colors, a few together make a pretty little display on a dresser or a windowsill.
